Table 3 Comparison of requirements and the CAD/CAM system developed

From: CAD/CAM for scalable nanomanufacturing: A network-based system for hybrid 3D printing

RQMTS No.

Details

CAD/CAM system

1

Process knowledge database

DFM rules for individual processes were implemented in the system, with caution messages to designers.

2

Standardized processing/ open-source programming

The system was constructed using OpenJSCAD platform. Part geometry/process plans can be exported in text format.

3

Active communication

The system was constructed on a network, and designers and operators can access and modify design/process plans.

4

Adaptive interpolation

CAM files were generated for each individual process.

5

Consistent coordinate system

Alignment patterns for three different processes were implemented in the hybrid process.

6

Management of peripheral devices

  1. Abbreviations: CAD/CAM, computer-aided design/manufacturing; DFM, design for manufacturing.